What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers Compensation Attorney position at Adams, Hill & Hess?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Type : Full-Time
Firm Name : Adams, Hill & Hess
Salary : $90,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits : Health insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Paid time off
About Us :
Adams Hill & Hess is a dedicated team of legal professionals committed to providing excellent legal representation and compassionate support to clients navigating personal injury and workers' compensation claims. With a reputation for success and a client-centered approach, we strive to ensure that injured people receive the compensation and benefits they deserve. We are looking to expand our team by adding a skilled Workers' Compensation Attorney to help us continue delivering top-notch service to our clients.
Job Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our practice. In this role, you will represent injured workers in workers' compensation claims, handle all aspects of case management, and advocate for fair compensation on behalf of our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of workers' compensation law, experience handling complex cases, and a passion for helping individuals in need.
Key Responsibilities :
- Represent clients in workers' compensation matters from initial claim filing through closure / resolution, including navigating various administrative processes, hearings, appeals and settlement negotiations.
- Provide legal counsel to clients on their rights and responsibilities under workers' compensation law.
- Analyze and prepare legal documents, including requests for hearing, requests for reconsideration, exhibit lists, legal briefs, discovery responses and settlement agreements.
- Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in Oregon workers' compensation statutes, administrative rules, and case law.
- Negotiate settlements and engage in alternative dispute resolution when appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with clients, medical professionals, insurance companies, attorneys, judges and other parties involved in a case.
- Advocate for clients before the Workers’ Compensation Board and other related administrative forums.
- Maintain accurate case files and case management systems.
Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
What We Offer :
How to Apply :
If you are a passionate and skilled Workers’ Compensation Attorney looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample where indicated. We look forward to hearing from you!
Company Description
Located in Salem, Oregon, the law firm of Adams, Hill & Hess provides committed and experienced legal representation to individuals and families throughout the State of Oregon. Since its inception in 1991, the attorneys at Adams, Hill & Hess have been exclusively dedicated to standing up for the rights of injured people. Our practice areas include personal injury, wrongful death, auto accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and workers’ compensation.
At Adams, Hill & Hess our mission is to help injured people by obtaining justice, fair compensation and holding accountable those who cause them harm, all while facilitating physical and emotional healing. In pursuit of our mission, we dedicate ourselves to :
Company Description
Located in Salem, Oregon, the law firm of Adams, Hill & Hess provides committed and experienced legal representation to individuals and families throughout the State of Oregon. Since its inception in 1991, the attorneys at Adams, Hill & Hess have been exclusively dedicated to standing up for the rights of injured people. Our practice areas include personal injury, wrongful death, auto accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and workers’ compensation. At Adams, Hill & Hess our mission is to help injured people by obtaining justice, fair compensation and holding accountable those who cause them harm, all while facilitating physical and emotional healing. In pursuit of our mission, we dedicate ourselves to : - Provide superior, efficient and timely legal services while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity. - Cultivate enriching relationships with our clients by being accessible, responsive and informative. - Preserve and promote the civil justice system and foster colle
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000